Bone disorders:
Indications for Calcitonin-salmon:
Postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Limitations of Use:
Not shown to increase BMD in early postmenopausal women.
Adult:
1 spray (200Units) in alternating nostrils daily.
Children:
Not applicable.
Warnings/Precautions:
Correct hypocalcemia and other disorders (eg, Vit. D deficiency) prior to initiating; monitor serum calcium during therapy. Supplement diet with calcium (1g/day) and Vit. D (400 IU/day); reevaluate periodically. Seizures. Do periodic nasal exams; discontinue if severe nasal ulceration occurs. Increased risk of malignancies. Pregnancy (Cat.C), nursing mothers: not recommended.
Pharmacologic Class:
Hormone.
Interactions:
May antagonize lithium; adjust dose.
Adverse Reactions:
Rhinitis, epistaxis, other nasal symptoms, back pain, arthralgia, headache; hypersensitivity reactions, antibody formation.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Fortical or Miacalcin.
How Supplied:
Contact supplier.
